Brown Sugar Overnight Oats (Print Version)
Creamy oats infused with brown sugar and cinnamon for an easy make-ahead breakfast.
# What You'll Need:
→ Oats and Liquids
01 - 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
02 - 1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
03 - ½ cup plain Greek yogurt (or plant-based yogurt)
04 - 2 tablespoons brown sugar
→ Flavorings
05 - ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
06 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Toppings (optional)
07 - ½ banana, sliced
08 - 2 tablespoons chopped walnuts or pecans
09 - Fresh berries or apple slices, as desired
# How to Cook:
01 - In a medium bowl or jar, combine the oats, milk, Greek yogurt, brown sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla extract. Stir well until fully incorporated and smooth.
02 - Cover the container tightly and refrigerate for at least 8 hours or overnight to allow oats to soften and absorb the liquid.
03 - In the morning, stir the oats thoroughly. If the mixture is too thick, add a splash of milk to reach desired consistency.
04 - Top with banana slices, chopped nuts, and fresh berries if using. Serve chilled.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Breakfast practically makes itself while you sleep, saving those precious morning minutes
- The texture transforms overnight into something velvety and indulgent that hot oatmeal never quite achieves
02 -
- The oats will look uncomfortably liquidy before refrigerating—this is exactly right, so resist adding more
- These keep for 3 to 4 days in the fridge, making actual meal prep possible
03 -
- Warm your serving in the microwave for 30 seconds if cold breakfast feels wrong in winter
- A pinch of salt sounds weird but makes all the flavors pop